Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh expressed surprise at Rohit Sharma traveling to Australia for the ODI series as a player rather than captain. The Board of Control for Cricket in India named Shubman Gill as ODI captain when announcing squads for the Australia tour. Harbhajan questioned the timing of the leadership change after Rohit recently led India to victory in the ICC Champions Trophy.
The former spinner suggested Gill could have waited six to eight months before assuming captaincy responsibilities. Harbhajan praised Rohit's white-ball cricket record and consistency as an opener. The Mumbai batter retired from Tests and T20Is but will continue playing ODIs without any leadership role.
Shreyas Iyer received an appointment as...
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan described makhana as an extraordinary blessing for Bihar's poor on Saturday. The state has become the world's leading makhana production center with cultivation spanning 35,000 to 40,000 hectares compared with earlier output from nearly 3,000 hectares. Speaking at Makhana Mahotsav 2025 at Gandhi Maidan, Chouhan announced the central government had notified the establishment of a Makhana Board to advance research, development, marketing, branding, and promotion.
The government sanctioned nearly 475 crore rupees for modern machinery, new variety development, and processing facilities to enhance production and value addition. Chouhan urged Bihar youth to launch startups in the makhana...
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched a nationwide financial awareness campaign on Saturday in Gandhinagar, while recognizing regional rural banks for strengthening ties between citizens and formal banking systems through recent KYC initiatives. The minister emphasized that unclaimed deposits, insurance proceeds, dividends, mutual fund balances, and pensions represent hard-earned family savings rather than administrative records. She outlined three guiding principles for the initiative: awareness to inform citizens about tracing unclaimed assets, accessibility through simplified digital tools and district outreach, and action to ensure timely claim settlements.
Secretary M. Nagaraju reported that more than 75,000 crore rupees in...
Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal rejected any alliance with Congress for the 2027 Goa Assembly elections on Saturday. The former Delhi chief minister stated that Congress has betrayed Goa residents repeatedly, and claimed the party functions as a supplier of legislators to the Bharatiya Janata Party. He cited that 13 Congress legislators joined the BJP between 2017 and 2019, while 10 more switched in 2022.
Kejriwal announced plans to dismantle what he described as a corrupt political system controlled by families affiliated with both the BJP and Congress. He promised that an AAP government would allow citizens to determine project priorities and resource allocation in the state. The party leader accused a select group...
Actress Twinkle Khanna disclosed that her voice was dubbed in the 2000 film Mela on her chat show Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle. The revelation came after actor Varun Dhawan expressed appreciation for her character Roopa. Khanna explained that filmmakers replaced her voice with another performer because they wanted a more dramatic delivery.
The film starred Aamir Khan, Faizal Khan, and Khanna but failed commercially and critically. Khanna married actor Akshay Kumar in January 2001, shortly after the release. Kumar previously stated in interviews that Khanna agreed to marry him only if Mela performed poorly at the box office.
The film's failure aligned with Khanna's decision to exit the film industry. She transitioned to other...
Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani addressed concerns about proposed U.S. tariffs on foreign films at a special session organized by the Merchants Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Kolkata. The director stated that confusion surrounds the announcement, as producers and distributors lack clarity on its implications. He noted that overseas markets contribute 40 to 50 percent of Indian cinema revenue, but the industry has not yet experienced any effects from the proposed policy.
President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100 percent tariff on films produced outside the United States, framing the measure as protection for domestic jobs. Legal experts question whether presidential authority extends to tariffs on intellectual property and...
India's cricket selectors appointed Shubman Gill as the new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma ahead of the Australia tour. Shreyas Iyer will serve as vice-captain for the three-match series. Veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to the squad, but Jasprit Bumrah was rested from ODI duties.
Former India cricketer Madan Lal praised the selection panel's choice as a strategic decision for long-term planning. He noted that Gill's leadership experience in Test cricket demonstrates his readiness for the role. The transition prepares India for the 2027 World Cup campaign.
Suryakumar Yadav will continue leading the T20I team with Gill as deputy. Former England player David Gower suggested Rohit and Kohli likely will not participate in...
Actor Anil Kapoor posted photographs from his Australian vacation on social media, showcasing moments from Melbourne with friends and colleagues. The 67-year-old shared images of city landmarks, local cuisine, and scenic views of the Yarra River and Dock Lodge Stadium. Kapoor captioned the collection by emphasizing memories created with companions.
The veteran performer maintains notable fitness standards after more than 40 years in cinema. His career began in 1979 with a minor role in Humare Tumhare, and he gained prominence through films such as Mr India, Tezaab, and Slumdog Millionaire. His daughter Sonam Kapoor gave birth in 2022, making him a grandfather.
Reports suggest Sonam Kapoor may be expecting a second child. The Melbourne...
The State Bank of India's Rural Self-Employment Training Institute has launched a free tailoring program for women in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative serves 35 participants who receive instruction in professional stitching techniques at no cost. The program provides meals, study materials and lodging to eliminate financial obstacles to education.
Participants learn to create various garments such as A-line kurtis, frocks, lehenga cholis and uniforms through a 31-day curriculum. The training prepares women to establish boutique businesses or seek employment in fashion establishments. Students expressed gratitude for the comprehensive support and reported confidence in applying their new skills to generate income.
The institute...
